From Saudi Arabia to Yemen
When travelling from Saudi Arabia to Yemen: Good news: all your Saudi Arabia plug types fit in Yemen. Voltage matches at 230V. Frequency differs (60Hz → 50Hz). Modern phone and laptop chargers are usually fine, but some clocks, motors, and appliances may behave incorrectly.
Saudi Arabia
YemenYour plugs
Type G
Fits
Accepted in Yemen
Type C
Type D
Type G
1 of 1 plug type(s) match
You: G • Yemen: C, D, G
Voltage: 230V → 230V
Same voltage
Frequency: 60Hz → 50Hz
Different frequency
Check device supports both 50/60 Hz.
You may not need an adapterAdapters you may need
Plugs, voltage and frequency line up for most chargers.
About electricity in Yemen
Yemen uses 230V/50Hz with Type C, D, and G sockets.
Grid & history
Yemen’s grid has largely collapsed due to ongoing conflict. Most accessible electricity now comes from rooftop solar and small generators; the public grid operates intermittently where it operates at all.
Availability
Effectively absent in many areas. Rooftop solar is the largest single supply source.
Sockets & hotels
A mix of UK Type G, Indian Type D, and European Type C plugs are in use depending on building era.
Energy mix
Decentralised solar dominates due to grid collapse.
Practical tips
- A universal adapter is essential.
- High-capacity power banks and a small solar charger are practical additions.
Frequently asked questions
- Will my Saudi Arabia plug work in Yemen?
- Yes. Every Saudi Arabia plug type (Type G) fits in Yemen sockets without an adapter.
- What plug type does Yemen use?
- Yemen uses Type C, Type D, Type G. The supply is 230V at 50Hz.
- Do I need a voltage converter for Yemen when travelling from Saudi Arabia?
- Yemen runs on 230V, the same as Saudi Arabia. Any charger that works at home will work there.
- Is the electrical frequency in Yemen the same as Saudi Arabia?
- Frequency in Yemen is 50Hz, while Saudi Arabia uses 60Hz. Modern phone and laptop chargers handle either, but clocks, motors, and some heating appliances may behave incorrectly.